VANILLA BEAN FROZEN DRINK - LIKE STARBUCKS

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Vanilla Bean Frozen Drink - Like Starbucks image

Lighter and more refreshing than a vanilla milk shake, this is similar to Starbuck's non-coffee Vanilla Bean frozen drink. Time includes making and cooling the vanilla syrup. You could use commercially-prepared vanilla syrup, instead.

Provided by Lise in Indiana

Categories     Smoothies

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups granulated sugar
2 cups water
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
2 cups ice, crushed
1 cup milk
1/3 cup vanilla-flavored syrup
2 tablespoons whipped cream, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • make the syrup: combine sugar and water in a saucepan.
  • bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer 5 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • off heat, stir in the vanilla paste, cool completely.
  • to make drink: place ice in blender, chop.
  • add milk and vanilla syrup.
  • blend until smooth.
  • you might need to stop and start the blender and scrape down the sides to get a smooth blend.
  • pour into chilled 8 oz. glasses.
  • top with whipped cream, if desired.
  • add a straw and enjoy!
  • remaining syrup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

Sanu Chaudhary
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This drink sounds delicious.


Javier Garcia
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


Babatunde Alimi
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This is my new favorite frozen drink!


M Faran
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This drink is a great way to get your kids to drink their milk.


Junjun Simon
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I love the way this drink looks. It's so festive and inviting.


icy Queen 21
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This is the perfect drink to make for a party.


Sanique Thompson
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I've tried this recipe with different types of milk, and it always turns out great.


morgan christian
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This drink is a great way to use up leftover coffee.


Oluwadare Emmanuel
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I'm not a big coffee drinker, but I still love this drink. The vanilla flavor is so good.


Steven A
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I love that this drink is made with real vanilla beans. It gives it such a rich and delicious flavor.


Jared Carr
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This is the perfect drink to enjoy on a lazy afternoon.


Jibril Saleh
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I've made this drink several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Jamil Ahmad
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's only a few ingredients, and it's so easy to make.


Mts Shanta
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This drink is a great way to cool off on a hot day. It's also a great way to get your caffeine fix without having to drink coffee.


sksahab Zibaa
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This frozen drink is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the vanilla beans really shine through. I love that it's not too sweet, and the coffee flavor is perfectly balanced.